H-1B Visa Quality Assurance Analyst Jobs

Quality Assurance Analyst roles qualify for H-1B sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field. Employers file the LCA with DOL before your I-129 petition, and most QA roles fall under SOC code 15-1253, which shapes prevailing wage calculations and petition strength.

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Open Jobs836+
Top Visa TypeH-1B
Work Type75% On-site
Median Salary$104K
Top LocationNew York, NY
Most JobsApple

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State of Oklahoma
Quality Assurance Analyst
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State of Oklahoma
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Quality Assurance Analyst
State of Oklahoma
Oklahoma
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
$72,000/yr
Hybrid
2+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Triwave Solutions Inc
IT Quality Assurance Analyst
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IT Quality Assurance Analyst
Triwave Solutions Inc
Vermont
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
On-Site
None

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Brotherhood Mutual Insurance Company
Quality Assurance Analyst I
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Quality Assurance Analyst I
Brotherhood Mutual Insurance Company
Fort Wayne, Indiana
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
On-Site
Associate's
201-500

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Team Belvedere
Software Quality Assurance Analyst
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Software Quality Assurance Analyst
Team Belvedere
Chicago, Illinois
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Software Engineering
$70,000/yr - $100,000/yr
On-Site
Associate's

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Spotify
Annotation QA Analyst
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Spotify
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Annotation QA Analyst
Spotify
New York, New York
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Data Science & Analytics
$82,921/yr - $118,459/yr
Hybrid
None
5,001-10,000

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Tips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Quality Assurance Analyst

Verify your SOC code before applying

QA Analyst roles can be classified under multiple SOC codes, and the wrong one weakens your petition. Pull the O*NET profile for 15-1253 to confirm your job duties align before your employer files the LCA.

Target employers with active LCA filing history

Use Migrate Mate to filter QA Analyst roles by employers who have filed LCAs for this occupation, so you're applying to companies that have already cleared the DOL prevailing-wage certification step, not ones figuring it out for the first time.

Gather degree equivalency documents early

USCIS requires a credential evaluation if your QA degree is from outside the U.S. Get a course-by-course evaluation from a NACES-member evaluator before you receive an offer, since delays here can push back your I-129 filing window.

Ask employers about their E-Verify enrollment status

STEM OPT and cap-gap extensions require E-Verify enrollment from your employer. Confirm this before accepting an offer if you're transitioning from OPT, since QA roles at non-enrolled employers can't use the STEM extension bridge.

Negotiate your start date around USCIS processing timelines

H-1B petitions filed in April have an October 1 start date for cap-subject cases. Build this into your offer negotiation so your employer doesn't expect you to start before your status is effective.

Confirm your salary meets the LCA wage level for your metro

DOL assigns wage levels I through IV based on experience and supervision. Run the OFLC Wage Search for SOC code 15-1253 in your target metro before accepting an offer to confirm your salary covers at least Level I prevailing wage.

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Quality Assurance Analyst H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions

Does a Quality Assurance Analyst role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?

Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as computer science, information systems, or engineering. Generic QA roles that accept any degree can face USCIS scrutiny on specialty occupation grounds. Your employer's job description should specify the required degree field, not just list it as preferred, to strengthen the petition.

Which SOC code does a Quality Assurance Analyst typically use for the H-1B LCA?

Most QA Analyst roles are filed under SOC code 15-1253, Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers. Some employers use 15-1299 or a business operations code if the role leans toward process auditing rather than software testing. The SOC code your employer selects determines the DOL prevailing wage your offered salary must meet, so confirming the right classification before the LCA is filed matters.

How do I find employers who regularly sponsor H-1B visas for QA Analyst positions?

Migrate Mate filters job listings by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for QA and software testing roles, so you can focus your applications on companies that have already navigated the DOL certification process for this occupation. This is more reliable than assuming any tech employer will sponsor, since some only sponsor for senior or engineering-specific roles.

Can my employer file an H-1B petition for a fully remote QA Analyst role?

Yes, but the LCA must list every location where you'll perform work. If you work from home, your home address is a worksite and the DOL prevailing wage for that metro applies, not your employer's office location. If your home metro has a higher prevailing wage, your offered salary must meet that higher threshold or your employer must update the LCA before you begin working remotely.

What happens to my H-1B status if my QA Analyst job is eliminated or my employment ends?

You have a 60-day grace period from your last day of employment to find a new H-1B-sponsoring employer, change to another valid status, or depart the U.S. Your new employer must file an H-1B transfer petition before the grace period expires. USCIS does not extend this window, so starting your job search and transferring quickly is critical.

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